Health

Nike Co-founder Phil Knight Pledges Record $2 Billion to OHSU for Cancer Research

Phil Knight donates $2B to OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, setting a new standard in cancer care.

#philanthropy, #cancer, #ohsu, #philknight, #healthcare

Conflicting COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance Spurs Confusion in the U.S.

U.S. faces confusion over COVID-19 vaccine guidance as federal and medical bodies issue conflicting recommendations.

#covid19, #vaccines, #cdc, #healthcare, #pregnancy

US Health Insurance Premiums Projected to Surge in 2026

Federal premium tax credit expiration may increase health insurance premiums by over 75%, impacting coverage for millions by 2026.

#healthcare, #insurancerates, #aca, #premiums, #politicaldebate

New Findings on Wildfire Smoke and Dementia Risk

Study retraction shifts understanding of wildfire smoke's link to dementia, highlighting vulnerabilities in certain groups.

#wildfires, #dementia, #health, #environment, #climatechange

Legionnaires' Outbreak in Central Harlem: Scrutinizing Regulation Failures

Central Harlem faces a Legionnaires' outbreak, questioning the effectiveness of cooling tower regulations post-2015 Bronx incidents.

#legionnairesdisease, #publichealth, #harlem, #coolingtowers

FDA Approves First Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine for At-Home Use

FluMist nasal spray gets FDA nod for home use, boosting influenza prevention access.

#FluMist, #FDA, #vaccines, #publichealth, #AstraZeneca

Study Warns AI Diagnostic Tools May Undermine Clinician Skills

New research shows AI in diagnostics could weaken clinicians' abilities, urging caution in its healthcare integration.

#ai, #healthcare, #diagnostics, #automationbias, #colonoscopies

VA Faces Surging Staffing Shortages Amid Workforce Reductions

VA hospitals report 50% rise in staffing shortages amid planned 30,000 job cuts, raising concerns over veteran healthcare access.

#vahospitals, #staffingshortages, #veteranshealthcare, #workforcereductions

Kenya Eliminates Sleeping Sickness as a Public Health Issue

Kenya becomes the 10th country to eradicate sleeping sickness, marking a major public health victory.

#kenya, #who, #sleepingsickness, #publichealth, #ntds

U.S. Faces Challenges in Nursing Facility Staffing and Compensation

HHS report reveals disparities in Medicaid spending on nursing care compensation, raising concerns about staffing levels and care quality.

#medicaid, #nursinghomes, #healthcare, #directcareworkers

WHO Unveils Strategic Plan to Integrate Coronavirus Management into Global Health Systems

WHO drafts new plan to transition from emergency responses to sustained public health strategies for coronavirus.

#who, #coronavirus, #publichealth, #pandemic, #strategy

FDA Mandates New Opioid Labeling to Address Long-Term Use Risks

FDA orders new safety labels for opioids, highlighting risks of misuse and addiction after extensive data review.

#fda, #opioids, #health, #addiction, #publichealth

Unveiling the Hidden Health Toll of the Los Angeles Wildfires

Study uncovers significant indirect health impacts from January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, highlighting need for comprehensive assessments.

#wildfires, #health, #losangeles, #wildfirehealthimpact

Raw Milk Outbreak in Florida Highlights Public Health Risks

21 infected in Florida raw milk outbreak, sparking health and regulatory concerns over unpasteurized dairy consumption.

#rawmilk, #florida, #healthoutbreak, #publichealth

FDA Mandates New Opioid Labels to Highlight Risks of Addiction and Overdose

FDA updates opioid labels to emphasize long-term risks, enhancing public awareness and safety in prescribing practices.

#fda, #opioids, #health, #addiction, #overdose